About Bogd Khaan Palace Museum of Mongolia

Constructed between 1893 and 1903, this palace is where Mongolia’s eighth Living Buddha, and last king, Bogd Khan, resided for twenty years. The palace was spared devastation by the Russians and transformed into a museum, no one knows why. The summer palace, on the other hand of Tuul Gol, was totally destroyed. There are six temples in the grounds each containing Buddhist artworks, including thangkas and sculptures.

The Winter Palace is where you will see a room displaying the king and queen's unusual living arrangements, and a compilation of gifts received from international dignitaries, like a pair of golden boots from a Russian, a garment made from eighty cursed foxes and a ger lined with the skins of one hundred and fifty leopards. 

Bogd Khan’s affection for unusual wildlife demonstrates the extraordinary array of stuffed animals in the mansion. Some of them had been part of his private zoo. Check out the photo of the Bogd’s elephant purchased from Russia. The exhibit has temporary displays from the palace's collection.

Must See

  • Artifacts
  • Items that pertain to 17th-20th Century Buddhism
  • Architectural wonders
  • Unrepeatable and priceless cultural items
  • Testaments of Mongolian traditional craftsmanship
  • Many masterpieces made by the first Bogd Zanabazar
  • Many wonderful pieces made by the Zanabazar School
  • Personal belongings and effects of the 8th Bogd Jazvandamba and his Queen Dondogdulam
  • State gifts which are given by domestic and foreign emissaries
  • Many unique and interesting collections of the Bogd Khan

How to reach

The museum is 3.2 km away from the city center. 

Taxi;  You can take a Taxi from Ulan Bator to Winter Palace of the Bogd Khan costing around 7500 MNT.

Tips

  • There is a charge for photography.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Do not fight with any locals there. They can be dangerous.
  • Carry your bottle of water as tap water is not safe.
  • Avoid becoming a target of pickpocketers. Pickpocketing is very common in Ulaanbaatar.
  • The winter palace is the most impressive of all.
  • Make sure you go inside the yellow building as it houses the most amazing collection of furniture and items used by the last King and Queen.
  • The Winter Palace is a few kilometers south of Chinggis Khaan Sq. It is a bit too far to walk, so take a taxi or catch a bus.

Visit Time

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Monday:  9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

None

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adult - 8 000 MNT

Children -1 500 MNT

Children (Under 5 Years of Age): Free

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Time you can spend

1 hour

 

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Weather

Clear Sky -4.95°C

 

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